Civil & Criminal Appeals

Experienced Appellate Lawyers in Houston

Fighting for Justice Beyond the Trial Court

At Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C., we know that one bad ruling doesn’t have to define your future. If you or a loved one has received an unfair conviction or wrongful civil judgment, you still have legal options. Our experienced appellate attorneys handle civil and criminal appeals, tirelessly working to overturn bad decisions, correct legal errors, and fight for justice.

With a proven track record in Texas appellate courts, we handle both state and federal appeals, giving our clients a second chance to right the wrongs of the trial court.

Don’t let an unjust ruling ruin your future. Call (281) 597-8818 for a consultation today!

What Is an Appeal?

An appeal is not a retrial. It is a legal challenge that argues that serious mistakes were made during your trial that unfairly influenced the outcome. Common reasons to file an appeal include:

Appeals require deep legal knowledge and strategic advocacy. Our team at Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C. knows how to identify appealable issues, craft compelling arguments, and present them effectively to higher courts.

Appeals have strict deadlines. If you want to challenge a court decision, you must act fast.

Criminal Appeals – Challenging Wrongful Convictions and Sentences

If you have been convicted of a crime, you have the right to appeal if legal errors compromised the fairness of your trial. The criminal appeals process allows a higher court to review your case to determine if mistakes were made that impacted the outcome.

Unlike civil appeals, criminal appeals allow for broader legal challenges and multiple opportunities to bring a case back before the court. In addition to a direct appeal, our attorneys handle collateral appeals and post-conviction relief petitions, including writs of habeas corpus, to fight for your freedom.

Some Common Grounds for a Criminal Appeal

What Can a Criminal Appeal Achieve?

A successful appeal can result in:

The criminal justice system makes mistakes, and when it does, you need an experienced Houston appellate lawyer on your side.

If you or a loved one is seeking to challenge a wrongful conviction, call (281) 597-8818 today.

Civil Appeals – Holding Courts Accountable for Legal Mistakes

A civil appeal is filed when a losing party in a civil lawsuit believes the trial court made a legal mistake that resulted in an unfair judgment. However, not all errors qualify for appeal—the mistake must be substantial enough to have affected the outcome of the case.

Civil appeals must focus on errors made by the judge, rather than issues with the facts of the case. Our civil appellate attorneys have extensive experience in business law, family law, personal injury appeals, and contract disputes, ensuring that wrongful judgments are corrected.

Some Common Grounds for a Civil Appeal

Understanding Reversible vs. Harmless Error

Not every mistake made by a judge is grounds for an appeal. The appellate court must determine if the error had a significant impact on the case:

If you believe a legal mistake cost you your case, you may have the right to appeal. Contact our Houston civil appeals attorneys at (281) 597-8818 for a case review.

Appeals are highly complex, requiring in-depth legal research, written advocacy, and courtroom experience in appellate courts. Our team at Looney Smith Conrad & Hefti P.C. has the expertise needed to fight for a successful appeal.